Your Guide to Visiting or Living in Maleny Queensland
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Welcome to Maleny
A picturesque town perched high in the Blackall Ranges of South East Queensland.
Maleny is only 93 kilometres north of Brisbane, 30 kilometres from the coast and around 450 metres above sea level.
With a population of around 4,000 people, Maleny is able to retain the charm of a small country town while acting as a Hub for the 10,000 people living in its environs, along with the many visitors who swell its numbers every night.
Once a provider of Timber and Dairy products, it is now a leading destination for Tourists and one of Australia’s preferred locations for Weddings.
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Welcome to Maleny
This picturesque town is perched high in the Blackall Ranges of South East Queensland.
Only 93 kilometres north of Brisbane, 30 kilometres from the coast and around 450 metres above sea level.
With a population of around 4,000 people, Maleny is able to retain the charm of a small country town while acting as a Hub for the 10,000 people living in its environs, along with the many visitors who swell its numbers every night.
Once a provider of Timber and Dairy products, it is now a leading destination for Tourists and one of Australia’s preferred locations for Weddings.
What makes Maleny Special
Maleny Show
Maleny Show returns on May 31st and June 1st 2024, and is a great day out for the whole family….
Maleny IGA says goodbye to Rob & Sam
Maleny IGA last had “new owners” way back in 1995, until recently at least. That was when Rob & Sam…
Lake Baroon & Baroon Pocket Dam
Lake Baroon was formed by creating a Dam across the Obi Obi creek at a place known as The Narrows….
Scandi at Maleny
Scandi at Maleny is a surprisingly elegant Cabin, nestled into the hills in Booroobin. You wouldn’t expect this level of…
Cooking Classes by Cooking on Witta
I recently learned about cooking classes held by Chef Kim Broad, from Cooking on Witta. And given how close they…
Bessie’s Country Escape
Bessie’s Country Escape offers a family friendly alternative to the secluded, romantic cabins that Maleny is famous for. For animal…
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What makes Maleny Special
Maleny Show
Maleny Show returns on May 31st and June 1st 2024, and is a great day out for the whole family….
Maleny IGA says goodbye to Rob & Sam
Maleny IGA last had “new owners” way back in 1995, until recently at least. That was when Rob & Sam…
Lake Baroon & Baroon Pocket Dam
Lake Baroon was formed by creating a Dam across the Obi Obi creek at a place known as The Narrows….
Scandi at Maleny
Scandi at Maleny is a surprisingly elegant Cabin, nestled into the hills in Booroobin. You wouldn’t expect this level of…
Cooking Classes by Cooking on Witta
I recently learned about cooking classes held by Chef Kim Broad, from Cooking on Witta. And given how close they…
Bessie’s Country Escape
Bessie’s Country Escape offers a family friendly alternative to the secluded, romantic cabins that Maleny is famous for. For animal…
Annual Events
Maleny Music Festival
Nov 10 -12 2023
Local Businesses
Maleny Botanical Gardens & Bird World.
Maleny Botanical Gardens & Bird World is a privately owned facility. It is built into the side of the hills…
Australia Zoo Something for everyone
The iconic Australia Zoo is an easy 20 minute Drive via the Historic township of Landsborough. It is easily reached from…
Maleny Bird World
You can find Maleny Bird World on the Maleny-Stanley River Road at Wootha, approximately 5 kms from Maleny. Located within…
Arts in Maleny
Local galleries feature the many talented local artists who call the Hinterland home.
Explore Maleny
Enjoy the pure beauty of the mountains and valleys, along with the parks, waterfalls, gardens, bushwalks, markets and attractions.
Maleny’s past
Before the first European settlement in the 1870s, the area was home to the Nalbo and Dallambara aboriginal tribes. After European settlement, the region was initially known as a provider of Cedar and other valued timbers, before developing into a hub for quality dairy products.
The famous Maleny Dairy remains as a reminder of the past, but the town now enjoys a reputation as a destination for tourists and day-trippers.
Maleny Lifestyle
Along with suburban-style living in and around the main street, many of the locals enjoy life on acreage properties. Situated throughout North Maleny, Reesville, Witta, Curramore, Booroobin etc, and across the scenic ridges leading to neighboring Montville.
It is also through these hills and valleys that the majority of accommodation is to be found. All within easy reach of Maple Street.
Why Visit Maleny
Outstanding Attractions
Maleny is home to, or in easy reach of some outstanding attractions. Add these to local festivals, a thriving arts community, the old-world charm of Maple street and abundant, exquisite accommodation and there is a lot to like about this Hinterland Gem.
Mist Filled Valleys
Maleny’s elevation means that it is surrounded by massive deep valleys.
It has the Glasshouse mountains to the South, Connondale and Kenilworth to the West, Monteville and Caloundra to the East and the Obi Obi valley looking North to Gympie.
These valleys provide the vast panoramas Maleny is famous for. Many mornings through the year these valleys are full of pure white misty clouds, providing a unique outlook that photographers love.
Almost too big to photograph in some places. Its like looking out of the window of a plane from the window of your car or cabin.
This is a magical place to live, visit or holiday, and an unsurpassed wedding location.
Maleny’s Weather
Located on the southern end of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, this region enjoys a moderate subtropical climate. Thanks to its’ abundant rainfall the area remains lush and green throughout most of the year. Read more about our seasons and climate.
It also enjoys sufficient variation in seasons to make it an ideal place for a winter getaway, to enjoy a luxury cabin with Spa and Fireplace.
How to Get to Maleny
Getting there is pretty straight forward, either by car or public transport.
Most simply come via the Bruce Highway, but our Directions to Maleny include some more scenic options and public transport as well. If you are flying in, you can use either Brisbane or Sunshine Coast Airports. Our Directions include road and public transport options from either Airport.